Nothing can be formalised yet, however, and Diario Gol now claim the player whose £88million release clause comes into effect in the summer has given his word to Barca instead.

The Catalan giants look like they could do with strengthening in attack next season after a dip in form from Luis Suarez this term.

The Uruguay international will turn 31 later this season and seems to be entering into his decline with just six goals in 19 games in all competitions so far this season.

Griezmann has not been at his prolific best either, but looks a player who still has his best years ahead of him and also like one who could benefit from playing in a more attack-minded side than his current club.